Life with Derrick

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Life with Derrick Podcast · Life with Derrick · Life is a conundrum of esoterica. Let's figure out life together. Trust me, it's fun. Let's talk about topics on motivation, self-help, and anything under the sun. Topic suggestions? Message me on IG: lifewithderrick_

I am a multipassionate soul, filled with dreams that span across different parts of my life: myself, my family, and the community I care so deeply for. My mind constantly races with ideas, plans, and ambitions, all pulling me in different directions. Each dream feels important, each one worth chasing. But lately, I find myself in a season of reflection, unsure of where my heart truly belongs. It's overwhelming at times, to carry so much desire to do good and succeed on so many fronts, yet not knowing which path to pour myself into first.

Despite the confusion, I know I need to pause and listen, to quiet the noise and hear what my heart is trying to say. Prioritizing what truly matters to me now isn't about giving up on the rest; it’s about making space for clarity and alignment. I trust that in choosing what resonates most deeply at this moment, everything else will eventually fall into place. This is me, choosing not to do it all, but to do what matters most, with heart, purpose, and faith.

There are nights when the weight of everything becomes too much. You find yourself sitting in the dark, tears falling, feeling lost in a world that seems to keep moving without you. The dreams you once held close now feel distant, and the battles you fight every day seem endless. It’s lonely, exhausting, and sometimes, it feels like there’s no way out.

But even in those moments—when hope feels like a whisper and the future seems uncertain—something inside you refuses to give up. Maybe it’s faith, maybe it’s the small voice telling you to hold on just a little longer. You wipe your tears, take a deep breath, and remind yourself that storms don’t last forever.

One day, you’ll look back at this moment and realize how strong you were. The pain won’t define you, but the way you kept going will. So if you’re in a dark, cold place right now, just hold on. Because courage, dear heart, is what will carry you through, and soon, you’ll find that there is some good in this world and it’s worth fighting for.

Life has a way of leading us down unexpected paths. I’m grateful for everything I have now, but sometimes I can’t help but think about the things that truly make my heart feel alive. It’s a bit of a balancing act—honoring responsibilities while quietly holding on to the dreams that still mean so much to me.

I keep moving forward because of the people who believe in me and the loved ones who count on me. It’s not always easy, but I know every step has a purpose.

To anyone who feels torn between where you are and where you want to be—know that you’re not alone. Let’s keep pushing forward with faith that things will fall into place.

2024 was a hard year. I fought many silent battles. Wiped my own tears and survived. I pray 2025 will be easier. #2025

My life lessons of 2024 that you might wanna know:

- trust the process of life.
(i learned this the hard way)
- don’t let others see you as an option.
- privacy is power.
- if people don’t see your worth, let go of them.
- letting go can be better than holding on.
- do what makes you happy.

What a year it has been! Praying for more happiness and success this 2025!

Actually, you can.
You can follow your heart.
You can alter your path.
You can take the leap.
You can free yourself from your fears.
You can refuse to settle for less than you deserve.
You can live a life aligned with your purpose and passions. You can do the thing you're not sure you can do. You can take the first step. You can create your future. You can have exactly what you've been dreaming about. You are strong enough. You are brave enough. You have what it takes.

You can. 💛

Don’t ever forget that you can:

- start something at 23
- fail at it a year later
- feel lost at 28
- start something again at 30
- feel you’re on top of the world
- lose everything the next day
- choose the wrong path
- feel you’re different from others
- start again at 35 or at 40 or maybe 50

And still succeed.

Because your path is made different.

It’s not for you to compare.

Walk on your own path.
Fall.
Rise.

You’re not late, for as long as you keep trying.

That’s how you can become successful. 💛

𝐈 𝐚𝐦 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬.

Spending on flight tickets makes me happy because travelling gives me life. It resets my perspective and makes me feel whole again, preventing burnout. I don’t regret spending on food, booking hotels, and trying out new coffee shops in town. Exploring new things adds color to life, and I believe in doing it while I can because life is too short.

𝗪𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲, 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿. ✨

𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫, 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫, 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 🍂

May the last three months hold the
happiness, dreams and peace of mind we’ve all been searching for.

Just as the trees shed their leaves, let’s release our worries and make room for growth and new possibilities. This is the time to cozy up, embrace the changing seasons, and pursue the dreams we've set aside. What are you looking forward to this October?

Life is hard. ✨

Being in debt is hard.
Being financially stable is hard.
Choose your hard.

Working is hard.
Having no earnings is hard.
Choose your hard.

Life will never be easy. It will always be hard.
But you can choose your hard. Pick wisely. 🫶🏻